DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Following their defiant centuries in Delhi, West Indies batsmen Shai Hope and John Campbell have made major leaps in the latest ICC Test batting rankings, underscoring their resurgence amid the team’s evolving Test revival.
Hope, who crafted a polished 103 in the second innings of the final Test against India — his first Test hundred since 2017 — surged an impressive 34 places, rocketing from 100th to 66th. Campbell, whose fluent 115 marked his maiden Test century, rose six places, climbing from 74th to 68th.
The pair’s efforts were the heart of a stirring fightback in Delhi that earned the West Indies widespread admiration, even as India clinched the series 2-0.
Greaves joins the rise
All-rounder Justin Greaves, who stood tall with an unbeaten fifty in that same innings, also saw his consistency rewarded, jumping five spots to 71st. His composed performance under pressure further underlined the growing depth in the Caribbean batting order.
Despite missing the series against India, Kraigg Brathwaite remains the highest-ranked West Indian batsman, holding 58th place after a marginal two-place drop. Alick Athanaze follows at 62nd, maintaining his upward trajectory after a strong year.
Further down, Joshua Da Silva slipped three spots to 75th, Roston Chase fell one to 82nd, while Tagenarine Chanderpaul edged up two places to 96th, joining spinner Gudakesh Motie in that position.
Mixed fortunes for the bowlers
The latest bowling rankings brought a mix of movement and milestones. Injured speedster Shamar Joseph dipped one spot to 16th, while Jayden Seales, who endured a challenging tour of India, slid four places to 17th.
Left-arm spinner Jomel Warrican, the leading wicket-taker for the West Indies on the tour, climbed two spots to 30th, sitting just behind pacer Alzarri Joseph. Meanwhile, captain Roston Chase made steady progress, rising four places to 57th following his valuable contributions with the ball.
Encouraging signs for a rebuilding side
Though the rankings reflect individual gains, they tell a broader story of resilience and renewal. The Delhi fightback not only produced long-awaited centuries but also signaled a renewed competitive edge within the West Indies camp — a glimpse of the grit that head coach Daren Sammy and his team have been working to restore.
With several players climbing the global charts, the message is clear: the West Indies are not just rebuilding; they are re-emerging.
